BMW 5 E60 Door Rear Left N/S Platinbronze Platinum Bronze Metallic - A53

Listing details and visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

BMW 5 E60 Door Rear Left N/S Platinbronze Platinum Bronze Metallic - A53 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for the precise replacement of the factory panel. This is a solution for users who expect to maintain the factory body geometry, a consistent side profile, and the original Platinbronze paint shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7202341-PB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202341
• Substitutable numbers: 41527202341, 7202341, 41517111377 41517161309, 7111377, 7161309, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Platinbronze Metallic - A53
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 E60

The presented item is a complete rear left door, prepared for installation in the BMW 5 Series E60 model. The vehicle placement is clearly defined as the rear driver's side, which facilitates the selection of the correct component for accident repairs or the replacement of corroded bodywork.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory door construction, it is possible to achieve proper alignment with the rear fender, rocker panel, and B-pillar, which is important for both aesthetics and for the tightness and operation of the lock and seals.

Platinbronze Metallic A53 color and paint benefits

The door is finished in the original Platinbronze Metallic A53 color, characteristic of many BMW 5 E60 units. The use of the factory metallic shade allows, in many cases, for limiting paint work to local blending, which shortens repair time and reduces body restoration costs.

For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of a more precise match of the color and paint structure, and for the user – a visually consistent appearance of the entire side plane of the vehicle without noticeable color differences.

Structural characteristics and installation

As an element from the Doors and door panels group, the product maintains the factory geometry of creases, edges, and hinge and lock mounting points. This facilitates installation in place of the damaged element, without the need for structural modifications or adjusting mounting holes.

The properly selected weight of the door promotes the correct operation of the hinges and the locking mechanism, which translates into proper closing, lack of excessive stress, and stable seating in the body frame. This is significant both from the point of view of safety and acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Used condition and service application

The item is in used condition, which makes it an attractive cost alternative to new body panels, especially for repairs of vehicles used on a daily basis. Used doors allow for restoring full functionality to the side part of the body while maintaining a reasonable service budget.

This type of solution is often chosen by workshops specializing in BMW accident repairs, where a combination of correct geometry, color compatibility, and a favorable price-to-quality ratio is valued.

Support in selection and repair expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as outer door skins, reinforcements, or door frames, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When planning larger body or drivetrain repairs, it is also worth expanding your knowledge on the cost-effectiveness of using aftermarket components – the article Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting used subassemblies, may be helpful.